Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH) Osara is the brainchild of His Excellency, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, The former Executive Governor of Kogi State. The dream came to be out of the burning desire to relieve citizens of Kogi State of the recurrent ordeal of their admissions into Nigerian Universities; thus providing secondary school leavers of the State opportunities to pursue careers in science and technology-related specializations. Stories of Kogi State indigenes scoring impressively high marks in UTME, yet finding it difficult to secure admissions into medicine, engineering, pharmacy, and a host of other professional programmes have become commonplace and increasingly traumatizing. The search for opportunities to assuage this annual nerve-wracking experience, still relying on the limited admission space in the tertiary institutions of the State and the country in general had become a mere mirage. The establishment of CUSTECH represents the ultimate in Kogi State government’s resolve to widen the spectrum of opportunities for the younger generation to meet the challenges of the future, achieve self-actualisation and maximally contribute their quota to national development and beyond. Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH), Osara a State-owned university in Kogi State Nigeria was established as the 51st State University in Nigeria on the 20th August 2020. It is located along Okene- Kabba Road about 19km from Lokoja.
In conducting the business of the university within and in relation with outside, every member of the university community shall be guided by the following principles in its mission towards achieving its vision
Integrity: honesty, fairness, and ethical conduct, in all our institution activities and decision-making.
Excellence: consistently ensuring high-quality programmes, teaching, service, and innovative research that for solutions to challenges and advance frontiers of knowledge.
Inclusivity: practice the culture of all-inclusive learning, collegiality, facilitating the success of all people, and supporting all individuals irrespective of culture and challenges.
Accountability: be accountable for our actions and exercise responsible stewardship and prudent management of entrusted resources.
Respect: exhibit civility, sincerity of purpose, embracing diversity and professionalism in all actions and decision-making.
Collaboration: demonstrate collective interest through participation and teamwork towards achieving set objectives within and outside University taking into consideration divergent ideas and perspectives.
Innovation: encouraging, considering, and supporting development of ideas by fostering individual ingenuity and creativity and creating an environment with opportunities for growth and change.
Established in 2020, CUSTECH has rapidly expanded its academic offerings. As of 2024, the university provides 50 programs across eight faculties, including Engineering, Sciences, Computing and Informatics, Management Sciences, Science Education Technology, Environmental Sciences, Medicine, and Law .
The academic calendar for the 2024/2025 session is structured to ensure a comprehensive educational experience:
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First Semester:
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Begins: December 2, 2024
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Lectures: January 6 – March 28, 2025
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Examinations: April 7 – 19, 2025
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Second Semester:
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Begins: April 28, 2025
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Lectures: April 28 – July 18, 2025
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Examinations: July 28 – August 9, 2025
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Industrial Training:
The university emphasizes both academic excellence and character development. During the 2024 matriculation ceremony, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Abdulrahman Asipita Salawu highlighted the importance of integrity and resilience, urging students to uphold high moral standards and avoid social vices .
CUSTECH fosters a holistic student experience beyond academics. The university organizes events like the Vice-Chancellor’s Football Competition, promoting sportsmanship and camaraderie among students .
The campus is equipped with essential facilities, including administrative blocks, classrooms, an auditorium, a library, and multipurpose laboratories, supporting both academic and extracurricular activities.
Student engagement extends to online platforms, with active communities discussing topics ranging from academic preparations to campus experiences.
While the university has faced challenges, such as the unfortunate abduction incident in May 2024 , CUSTECH remains committed to providing a safe and conducive environment for learning and personal growth
